Tower Bridge is one of the highlights of my City of London and All in One Walking Tours. I revel in being able to take my guests to the best vantage point for perfect photographs. And a lot of people on my tours are surprised when I tell them that it is completely free to […]
This post lists places to store luggage at and around Victoria Station in London. We include on-site storage, nearby facilities, and other services you may want to consider. AIRBNB LUGGAGE STORAGE Since there aren’t any short-term luggage storage centers near Victoria Station, this is definitely going to be the best alternative to on-site storage. During […]
When it comes to pop culture associated with London, Harry Potter is at the top of the list. Not only does Harry journey to and through London throughout the 7 best-selling books, but numerous scenes from all 8 movies were also filmed right here in the capital of the U.K. As a London tour guide, […]
There are many things to see in the City of London. This self-guided tour will show you the highlights of the City of London, a part of but somewhat distinct from Greater London. This can be a companion or prep guide for taking our City of London Tour, which also comes in an audio […]
If you want one of the best views of London, you have a number of options – if you’re willing to pay; The London Eye, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Shard, etc. But if you’re travelling on a budget, there’s a little-known venue in the City of London that not only affords a spectacular view of […]
This post is a guide to visiting Warner Bros. Studios - The Making of Harry Potter, a theme park located just outside of London. We include tips on how to get here, ticket prices, studio highlights, and what should not be missed. Many of our tips will come directly from members of our Facebook Group […]
Take it from a local, this is one of the best deals in London. I've actually been here multiple times over the years, and it's always an incredible view of the city. Having visited so many times, I'm very familiar with how to get tickets, and I can help you figure out the process as […]
When it comes to British cuisine, fish & chips are at the top of the list, but coming in a very strong second-place is a traditional British pie! In this post, we list the top places in London where you can eat meat pies and mash. It's not a pizza or a sweet pastry or […]
This post provides details about the differences between the actual City of London and the surrounding area known as Greater London. When tourists visit London, they tend to think of the entire area as one city, but that’s technically not the case. Let's get some knowledge! The real City of London is located at the […]
The Gherkin is a fascinating piece of architecture. When I am walking through the City of London, the oldest part of London, it always catches me off guard. I love how it juts up above the medieval churches and 18th century synagogue nearby.
In this post, we explain who Elizabeth Stride was and how and where she became an accepted victim of Jack the Ripper. Who Was She? Born Elisabeth Gustafsdotter in November 1843, she was the daughter of a farmer and his wife. Originally, she worked as a domestic servant in Sweden where she was born. However, […]
Perhaps the most famous monarch in the world, Queen Elizabeth II ruled over the United Kingdom as well as a 53-member Commonwealth, for more than 70 years. However, popular and recognised as she may have been, there are still a few things that you probably didn’t know about the Queen. 1. The Queen Liked to […]
In this post, we will cover how you can use 2-for-1 ticket deals at many popular London tourist attractions to save 50% off retail prices. I will also cover the new 1/3rd off deals which are now being offered by National Rail on some of the attractions. As local tour guides who lead walking tours […]
Although the Fab Four hail from Liverpool, I get a lot of guests on my tours who are keen to get walk in the footsteps of the Beatles while they are here in London. So I've put together this post which includes a self-guided tour of Beatles London sights as well as a list of […]
Portobello Road – which runs straight through the Notting Hill area – is home to one of the best-loved street markets in London. In actuality, it's a collection of 5 markets, divided up by their locations and the specific goods they sell. As local London tour guides, who lead weekly tours here, we know a […]
One of the questions I get asked the most, and one of the most popular conversation topics on our Facebook Travel Tips page, is how to make the most out of just a few days in London. Luckily, as a Londoner for over 20 years and a guide for more than half of that, I've […]
